http://www.trendhunter.com/ http://www.trendhunter.com/images/TrendHunterLogo160x40.gif http://www.trendhunter.com 160 40 IdeaMan's Latest Trends en Copyright 2008 2008-07-25T14:24:22-05:00 http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tailgating-just-got-better-hitch-mount-kegerator-packs-the-beer-and-the-tun ]]> (TrendHunter.com) According to partyacargo.com, the Party-A-Cargo "offers the perfect hitch-mountable, self-contained beer kegerator/entertainment system". Simply put, it's a complete tailgating system, minus the grill.… Technology Trends and Gadgets Cool Gadgets and Gifts Auto and Motor Trends Lifestyle Trends Drinking and Alcohol Trends Sports and Sports Equipment http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tailgating-just-got-better-hitch-mount-kegerator-packs-the-beer-and-the-tun Tue, 01 Jul 2008 18:20:01 -0400 http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/green-power-from-bluewater-delaware-wind-farm-gets-approval-to-proceed ]]> (TrendHunter.com) One of the first, if not THE first, commercial wind farms in the United States has recently been approved by the Delaware government. According to the Associated Press, the wind farm will initially consist… Environmental Trends Social Trends Political Trends http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/green-power-from-bluewater-delaware-wind-farm-gets-approval-to-proceed Tue, 01 Jul 2008 14:40:01 -0400 http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/waste-heat-generator-electrotherm-green-machine-goes-commercial ]]> (TrendHunter.com) During my travels, I often see many sources of energy being wasted. This can be in the form of building air conditioners or refrigeration units that vent heat to the atmosphere, or even the heat given… Technology Trends and Gadgets Environmental Trends Science and Discovery http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/waste-heat-generator-electrotherm-green-machine-goes-commercial Fri, 06 Jun 2008 01:00:01 -0400 http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/turbine-jet-boat-helicopter-turbine-powers-new-speedboat ]]> (TrendHunter.com) What do you do if your regular old speed boat is just not fast enough? Why, not try adding a helicopter turbine? That's exactly what the innovative thinkers at NYE Corporation have done. According to their… Technology Trends and Gadgets Cool Gadgets and Gifts Auto and Motor Trends Lifestyle Trends Life and Hobbies Unique and Bizarre Unique Inventions http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/turbine-jet-boat-helicopter-turbine-powers-new-speedboat Fri, 06 Jun 2008 01:00:01 -0400 http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flame-thrower-wheelchair-lord-humongous-is-my-name-and-fire-is-my-game ]]> (TrendHunter.com) For the latest project in their line of strange (but cool!) inventions, racegreathouselabs.com came up with something no disabled person who likes living on the edge can possibly do without: a flame-throwing… Technology Trends and Gadgets Robots Pop Culture and Internet Trends Cool Websites and Internet Culture Unique and Bizarre Bizarre Unique Inventions http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flame-thrower-wheelchair-lord-humongous-is-my-name-and-fire-is-my-game Wed, 04 Jun 2008 01:00:01 -0400 http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/walt-disney-world-virtual-tour-partnership-with-google-earth-creates-intera ]]> (TrendHunter.com) Taking the virtual map concept one step, no, make that a giant leap further, Disney and Google Earth have teamed up to create a new "mega map" that will allow you to explore Walt Disney World's Magic Kingdom,… Pop Culture and Internet Trends Cool Websites and Internet Culture Global Trends and Hip Travel Travel Hot Spots http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/walt-disney-world-virtual-tour-partnership-with-google-earth-creates-intera Mon, 19 May 2008 12:50:00 -0400 http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/multi-touch-missile-command-new-way-to-play-an-old-game ]]> (TrendHunter.com) According to their website, Obscura Digital has developed proprietary software that allows them "to turn virtually any surface into a full-motion video canvass", including even buildings and walls. Well,… Technology Trends and Gadgets Video Games and Consoles Cool Gadgets and Gifts Social Trends Education Trends http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/multi-touch-missile-command-new-way-to-play-an-old-game Mon, 19 May 2008 05:18:00 -0400 http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mural-dishwasher-horizontal-design-hangs-on-wall ]]> (TrendHunter.com) Tired of unloading the dishwasher when the dishes are clean? A totally new dishwasher concept designed by Marie-Christine Lacasse and Marie Claude Savard, and unveiled at the University of Quebec in Montreal… Technology Trends and Gadgets Modern Art and Design Trends Design Trends Home Trends Kitchen Gadgets Lifestyle Trends Unique and Bizarre Unique Inventions http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mural-dishwasher-horizontal-design-hangs-on-wall Sat, 03 May 2008 12:41:00 -0400 http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-neocube-new-magnetic-puzzle-has-an-almost-infinite-number-of-solutions ]]> (TrendHunter.com) Ever figure out a puzzle, like a Rubik's Cube for example, and get bored with it? No, I haven't either. But if you're one of those lucky few who have, the NeoCube may be the ideal puzzle for you. The puzzle… Technology Trends and Gadgets Cool Gadgets and Gifts Pop Culture and Internet Trends Lifestyle Trends Unique and Bizarre Bizarre Unique Inventions Toys and Stuff For Kids http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-neocube-new-magnetic-puzzle-has-an-almost-infinite-number-of-solutions Sat, 03 May 2008 10:39:00 -0400 http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-oreo-for-china-kraft-reformulates-popular-cookie-for-new-market ]]> (TrendHunter.com) Although extremely popular in North America, the Oreo cookie proved not to be so well received when it was first introduced to the Chinese market. It turns out that the Chinese generally found the original… Pop Culture and Internet Trends Lifestyle Trends Food Trends Global Trends and Hip Travel Market Trends http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-oreo-for-china-kraft-reformulates-popular-cookie-for-new-market Sat, 03 May 2008 08:32:00 -0400 http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/adult-heart-stem-cells-potential-new-treatment-for-heart-attack-victims ]]> (TrendHunter.com) A breakthrough new technique has been developed by Dutch researchers at University Medical Center Utrecht and the Hubrecht Institute to grow new heart muscle tissue from adult heart stem cells. According… Science and Discovery Health and Fitness Trends http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/adult-heart-stem-cells-potential-new-treatment-for-heart-attack-victims Fri, 25 Apr 2008 11:20:01 -0400 http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smart-stick-on-note-electronic-version-of-the-popular-post-it-type-reminder ]]> (TrendHunter.com) Stick-on notes are about to become digital and re-usable! One of the problems with the popular Post-It brand notes can sometimes be that they are just too darn popular. It is so easy to write yourself… Technology Trends and Gadgets Cool Gadgets and Gifts Lifestyle Trends Life and Hobbies Unique and Bizarre Unique Inventions http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smart-stick-on-note-electronic-version-of-the-popular-post-it-type-reminder Sat, 12 Apr 2008 16:14:00 -0400 http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/halo-toy-robot-own-an-animated-gundam-00-japanese-anime-character ]]> (TrendHunter.com) Anime is hotter than ever, and if you're a fan, you might want an Anime Halo Robot. Not speaking Japanese definitely puts me at a disadvantage with this one. Meet 'Halo', a character from the Japanese… Technology Trends and Gadgets Cool Gadgets and Gifts Pop Culture and Internet Trends Cool Websites and Internet Culture Music Movies and Media Unique and Bizarre Bizarre http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/halo-toy-robot-own-an-animated-gundam-00-japanese-anime-character Sat, 12 Apr 2008 01:00:00 -0400 http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/solar-pool-skimmer-green-pool-cleaning-robot-reduces-pump-use-to-save-elect ]]> (TrendHunter.com) The Solar Breeze robotic pool skimmer can float continuously in your pool, operating on solar power directly during the day, and on battery power at night. However, no electrical connections are needed,… Technology Trends and Gadgets Cool Gadgets and Gifts Robots Environmental Trends Unique and Bizarre Unique Inventions http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/solar-pool-skimmer-green-pool-cleaning-robot-reduces-pump-use-to-save-elect Fri, 11 Apr 2008 10:22:00 -0400 http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/high-brightness-led-lamp-more-efficient-and-safer-than-compact-fluorescent- ]]> (TrendHunter.com) A major effort is being made by various groups worldwide to replace traditional incandescent lighting with more efficient compact fluorescent lights, or CFLs. However, some serious concerns exist regarding… Technology Trends and Gadgets Environmental Trends Lifestyle Trends Life and Hobbies Unique and Bizarre Unique Inventions Home Trends http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/high-brightness-led-lamp-more-efficient-and-safer-than-compact-fluorescent- Fri, 11 Apr 2008 08:14:00 -0400 http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/marshmallow-bow-bow-mallow-is-the-perfect-armament-for-campfire-wars ]]> (TrendHunter.com) Ever been sitting there by a campfire, blissfully enjoying the peace and quiet, only to be pegged with a flaming marshmallow by someone frantically waving their stick? Well now you can get your revenge… Technology Trends and Gadgets Cool Gadgets and Gifts Pop Culture and Internet Trends Unique and Bizarre Bizarre Unique Inventions http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/marshmallow-bow-bow-mallow-is-the-perfect-armament-for-campfire-wars Thu, 10 Apr 2008 15:04:01 -0400 http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pelikan-sun-medical-lancet-new-electronic-lancet-allows-virtually-painless- ]]> (TrendHunter.com) For those with Type I diabetes, blood sugar needs to be checked regularly, often several times per day. This can be not just inconvenient, but, also a pain in the....well...finger. When traditional mechanical… Technology Trends and Gadgets Cool Gadgets and Gifts Science and Discovery Unique and Bizarre Unique Inventions Health and Fitness Trends http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pelikan-sun-medical-lancet-new-electronic-lancet-allows-virtually-painless- Wed, 09 Apr 2008 10:49:00 -0400 http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nanonails-new-material-could-extend-battery-life ]]> (TrendHunter.com) University of Wisconsin-Madison researchers, working with Bell Laboratories, have invented a new nano-structure that is not only able to repel almost any liquid in its normal state, but can also reverse… Technology Trends and Gadgets Environmental Trends Science and Discovery Unique and Bizarre Unique Inventions http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nanonails-new-material-could-extend-battery-life Fri, 04 Apr 2008 15:17:01 -0400 http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lego-miller-park-working-baseball-park-model-made-of-legos ]]> (TrendHunter.com) Tim Kaebisch, an engineering student from Milwaukee, Wisconsin, has built a working model of Miller Park....out of Lego! Tim has built several versions over the past few years, his first attempt taking… Technology Trends and Gadgets Pop Culture and Internet Trends Lifestyle Trends Sports and Sports Equipment Unique and Bizarre Bizarre Unique Inventions http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lego-miller-park-working-baseball-park-model-made-of-legos Fri, 04 Apr 2008 11:50:00 -0400 http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/icub ]]> (TrendHunter.com) The University of Plymouth is leading a consortium in the UK with the goal of teaching a "baby" robot to speak. The researchers will be working with language development specialists to understand how humans… Technology Trends and Gadgets Robots Pop Culture and Internet Trends Science and Discovery Unique and Bizarre Bizarre Unique Inventions Social Trends Education Trends http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/icub Fri, 28 Mar 2008 19:10:00 -0400 http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/solar-powered-alarm-clock-green-clock-only-needs-charging-once-a-year ]]> (TrendHunter.com) A solar powered alarm clock? Really? Yes, that sounds counter-intuitive, but it's true! According to the manufacturer, one day's worth of charging will last a whole year, so you don't need to worry about… Technology Trends and Gadgets Cool Gadgets and Gifts Environmental Trends Lifestyle Trends Life and Hobbies Unique and Bizarre Unique Inventions http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/solar-powered-alarm-clock-green-clock-only-needs-charging-once-a-year Fri, 28 Mar 2008 18:14:00 -0400 http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/worlds-largest-tidal-power-project-alternative-energy-system-slated-for-sou ]]> (TrendHunter.com) Lunar Energy, a British tidal power company, and Korean Midland Power Company have joined forces to develop the world's largest tidal power project in the Wando Hoenggan waterway. Each of the huge 1… Technology Trends and Gadgets Environmental Trends Lifestyle Trends Life and Hobbies Science and Discovery Unique and Bizarre Unique Inventions http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/worlds-largest-tidal-power-project-alternative-energy-system-slated-for-sou Fri, 28 Mar 2008 16:59:00 -0400 http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/biodiesel-fuel-cell-microreactor-new-technology-directly-converts-liquid-fu ]]> (TrendHunter.com) InnovaTek, a Washington based company, has recently developed a microreactor that can convert almost any liquid fuel to hydrogen. According to gas2.org, the device can accept a wide range of fuels, including… Technology Trends and Gadgets Auto and Motor Trends Environmental Trends Lifestyle Trends Life and Hobbies Science and Discovery Unique and Bizarre Unique Inventions http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/biodiesel-fuel-cell-microreactor-new-technology-directly-converts-liquid-fu Fri, 28 Mar 2008 15:17:01 -0400 http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/drum-machine-robot-autonomous-robot-makes-music-with-its-surroundings ]]> (TrendHunter.com) This unique little robot roams around looking for objects. When it finds one, it drums on it, samples the sound, then breaks into a pretty catchy rhythm using that new sound. The robot can also detect… Technology Trends and Gadgets Cool Gadgets and Gifts Robots Pop Culture and Internet Trends Cool Websites and Internet Culture Unique and Bizarre Unique Inventions http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/drum-machine-robot-autonomous-robot-makes-music-with-its-surroundings Sun, 23 Mar 2008 21:02:00 -0400 http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chairman-mao-chair-this-chair-is-definitely-red ]]> (TrendHunter.com) This chair is very difficult to describe. I'm not sure what decor this would fit in with, but if you're into "red", I guess this is the chair for you. The point of this, other than as a work of modern… Pop Culture and Internet Trends Modern Art and Design Trends Furniture Design Modern Art Lifestyle Trends Life and Hobbies Unique and Bizarre Bizarre http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chairman-mao-chair-this-chair-is-definitely-red Sun, 23 Mar 2008 03:17:00 -0400 http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vapor-compression-distiller-dean-kamen-tackles-global-water-availability ]]> (TrendHunter.com) Dean Kamen, the inventor of the Segway personal transportation system, is now tackling another, more critical global concern - the availability of clean water. Appearing on the Colbert Report on Comedy… Technology Trends and Gadgets Pop Culture and Internet Trends Lifestyle Trends Health and Fitness Trends Science and Discovery Global Trends and Hip Travel Unique and Bizarre Unique Inventions http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vapor-compression-distiller-dean-kamen-tackles-global-water-availability Sat, 22 Mar 2008 22:30:00 -0400 http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/com-bat-intelligence-droid-a-different-kind-of-spyware-in-the-form-of-a-bat ]]> (TrendHunter.com) There are a number of nicknames that could be used to describe the new spy bot being developed by the US Army, but I can guarantee most of them would be easier to use than to call it by its technical description:… Technology Trends and Gadgets Cool Gadgets and Gifts Robots Digital Cameras and Photography Unique and Bizarre Unique Inventions http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/com-bat-intelligence-droid-a-different-kind-of-spyware-in-the-form-of-a-bat Thu, 20 Mar 2008 17:22:00 -0400 http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/windows-vista-sp1-toilet-paper ]]> (TrendHunter.com) The Japanese alway seem to come up with very unusual promotional items and gadgets. This time, the Akiba PC Hotline is advertising special Windows Vista SP1 toilet paper! Unfortunately, I can't read… Technology Trends and Gadgets Cool Gadgets and Gifts Pop Culture and Internet Trends Cool Websites and Internet Culture Unique and Bizarre Bizarre Unique Inventions http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/windows-vista-sp1-toilet-paper Wed, 19 Mar 2008 14:16:00 -0400 http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fruit-stack-a-new-way-to-store-fruit ]]> (TrendHunter.com) The practicality of this gadget remains to be seen, but it is an interesting idea. Unlike the traditional fruit bowl or basket, the Fruit Stack stores fruit vertically, allowing it to "breath and ripen… Technology Trends and Gadgets Cool Gadgets and Gifts Business Trends Retail Trends Modern Art and Design Trends Design Trends Kitchen Gadgets Lifestyle Trends Food Trends http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fruit-stack-a-new-way-to-store-fruit Sun, 16 Mar 2008 18:53:00 -0400 http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spaceship-for-sale-home-made-space-ship-listed-on-craigslist ]]> (TrendHunter.com) This is another one of those gift ideas for someone who already has "everything". Buy them their very own space ship! For just $3500 (or best offer), you can give them a truly one-of-a-kind gift. Although… Technology Trends and Gadgets Cool Gadgets and Gifts Pop Culture and Internet Trends Modern Art and Design Trends Unique and Bizarre Bizarre Unique Inventions http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spaceship-for-sale-home-made-space-ship-listed-on-craigslist Sun, 16 Mar 2008 15:28:00 -0400 http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/erbert-and-gerberts-candle-cannon-worlds-largest-air-vortex-cannon-to-celeb ]]> (TrendHunter.com) I'm not sure what inspired this crazy thing, but it looks like a "blast"! (Ok - bad pun...) Erbert and Gerbert's sandwich shops are turning 20 this year, so they couldn't let the occasion pass by without… Technology Trends and Gadgets Pop Culture and Internet Trends Cool Websites and Internet Culture Lifestyle Trends Food Trends Unique and Bizarre Bizarre Unique Inventions http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/erbert-and-gerberts-candle-cannon-worlds-largest-air-vortex-cannon-to-celeb Tue, 11 Mar 2008 12:17:00 -0400 http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/etch-a-sketch-clock-upgraded-toy-keeps-time ]]> (TrendHunter.com) Etch-A-Sketch toys have been around for decades, but people seem to continually find new and creative uses for them. This video is a good example. Angela Yuan, a former member of a Society of Automotive… Technology Trends and Gadgets Cool Gadgets and Gifts Pop Culture and Internet Trends Cool Websites and Internet Culture Unique and Bizarre Bizarre Unique Inventions http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/etch-a-sketch-clock-upgraded-toy-keeps-time Tue, 11 Mar 2008 11:05:00 -0400 http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/grow-your-own-hummer-increases-600-in-size ]]> (TrendHunter.com) It's not what some of you are thinking! This is actually just a strange novelty item I came across. For just $24 a dozen, you can have a Hummer party! It looks like one of those "just add water" things.… Technology Trends and Gadgets Cool Gadgets and Gifts Auto and Motor Trends Pop Culture and Internet Trends Lifestyle Trends Unique and Bizarre Bizarre http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/grow-your-own-hummer-increases-600-in-size Mon, 10 Mar 2008 09:26:00 -0400 http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/artificial-spider-silk-ultra-strong-fibers-made-from-proteins-instead-of-sp ]]> (TrendHunter.com) Spider silk has long been recognized for its significant strength to weight properties. However, producing it on a commercial scale has proven elusive. It seems that when large quantities of spiders are… Technology Trends and Gadgets Lifestyle Trends Science and Discovery Unique and Bizarre Unique Inventions http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/artificial-spider-silk-ultra-strong-fibers-made-from-proteins-instead-of-sp Fri, 07 Mar 2008 09:28:00 -0500 http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/steam-powered-rowboat-new-boat-concept-lets-steam-do-the-work ]]> (TrendHunter.com) Although the actual boat, known as "Steam Rowboat II", is still in the development phase, the proof-of-concept mechanism (AKA Steam Rowboat I) seems to work very well! Artist/inventor I-Wei Huang has also… Technology Trends and Gadgets Cool Gadgets and Gifts Robots Pop Culture and Internet Trends Cool Websites and Internet Culture Unique and Bizarre Unique Inventions http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/steam-powered-rowboat-new-boat-concept-lets-steam-do-the-work Thu, 06 Mar 2008 20:30:00 -0500 http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bacteria-uses-vitamins-to-generate-electricity-vitamin-b2-found-to-be-the-k ]]> (TrendHunter.com) A type of bacteria commonly found in soil and water, shewanella, has been known for some time to be capable of generating electricity from simple materials like lactic acid. This capability enables them… Technology Trends and Gadgets Environmental Trends Science and Discovery http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bacteria-uses-vitamins-to-generate-electricity-vitamin-b2-found-to-be-the-k Wed, 05 Mar 2008 16:09:00 -0500 http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wave-powered-boat-to-cruise-from-hawaii-to-japan-suntory-mermaid-ii-harness ]]> (TrendHunter.com) Professor Terao of Tokai University’s oceanography department set off on February 18 to Hawaii with a novel type of boat - one that harnesses the power of the sea. The Suntory Mermaid II is a catamaran… Technology Trends and Gadgets Lifestyle Trends Life and Hobbies Sports and Sports Equipment Global Trends and Hip Travel Unique and Bizarre Unique Inventions http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wave-powered-boat-to-cruise-from-hawaii-to-japan-suntory-mermaid-ii-harness Mon, 03 Mar 2008 16:17:00 -0500 http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/usb-pottery-wheel-build-it-yourself-from-an-old-hard-drive ]]> (TrendHunter.com) Ever have the urge to do pottery work while you're sitting at the computer? No? Well, just in case you decide you want to, this video shows you how, step by step. If you have an old hard drive, a USB… Technology Trends and Gadgets Cool Gadgets and Gifts Pop Culture and Internet Trends Cool Websites and Internet Culture Lifestyle Trends Sports and Sports Equipment Unique and Bizarre Unique Inventions http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/usb-pottery-wheel-build-it-yourself-from-an-old-hard-drive Mon, 03 Mar 2008 15:58:00 -0500 http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/got-an-old-cell-phone-build-a-robot ]]> (TrendHunter.com) Finally, something to do with that old cell phone when it has outlived it's original purpose! Introducing - the TeMo (short for "Telerobotics over Mobile packet data services"), a robot made of Legos,… Technology Trends and Gadgets Mobile Phones Robots Pop Culture and Internet Trends Cool Websites and Internet Culture Unique and Bizarre Unique Inventions http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/got-an-old-cell-phone-build-a-robot Sun, 02 Mar 2008 20:48:00 -0500 http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/experience-hurricane-weather-at-disneys-new-stormstruck-exhibit-at-epcots-i ]]> (TrendHunter.com) Have you ever experienced a hurricane? Do you know how to stay safe? Soon, you will be able to do both at Epcot's Innoventions. Slated to open in late summer 2008, the highlight of the new exhibit,… Technology Trends and Gadgets Unique and Bizarre Unique Inventions http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/experience-hurricane-weather-at-disneys-new-stormstruck-exhibit-at-epcots-i Sun, 02 Mar 2008 17:26:01 -0500 http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/under-ice-robot-practices-for-trip-to-jupiter-endurance-probes-wisconsin-la ]]> (TrendHunter.com) A new robot named Endurance - an acronym for Environmentally Non-Disturbing Under-ice Robotic ANtarctic Explorer - spent last week probing the depths of Lake Mendota, near Madison, Wisconsin. The University… Technology Trends and Gadgets Robots Lifestyle Trends Science and Discovery http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/under-ice-robot-practices-for-trip-to-jupiter-endurance-probes-wisconsin-la Sun, 02 Mar 2008 14:56:00 -0500 http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/real-life-sci-fi-five-scenarios-reportedly-poised-for-reality ]]> (TrendHunter.com) A slide show appearing on the MSN Tech & Gadgets site recently predicted "Five Sci-Fi Scenarios That Will Come True". In order, they are: ■ Biometric Security (2010) - This involves using fingerprints… Technology Trends and Gadgets Cool Gadgets and Gifts Pop Culture and Internet Trends Cool Websites and Internet Culture Lifestyle Trends Life and Hobbies Science and Discovery http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/real-life-sci-fi-five-scenarios-reportedly-poised-for-reality Sun, 02 Mar 2008 11:42:00 -0500 http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hitch-a-ride-to-saturn-with-cassini-nasa-offers-free-mission-visualization- ]]> (TrendHunter.com) New software available from NASA will allow you to tag along with Cassini as it explores Saturn and its moons. You can see where Cassini is now, what the probe is doing and where it is going. The NASA… Pop Culture and Internet Trends Cool Websites and Internet Culture Music Movies and Media Science and Discovery http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hitch-a-ride-to-saturn-with-cassini-nasa-offers-free-mission-visualization- Sat, 01 Mar 2008 17:25:00 -0500 http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lip-syncing-desktop-companion-usb-powered-tengu-will-make-you-smile ]]> (TrendHunter.com) Ever want a companion to talk to during those late nights at the office working on your computer? Tengu won't talk back, but at least it will entertain you! Tengu is a USB powered....thing...that responds… Technology Trends and Gadgets Cool Gadgets and Gifts Audio Visual and Home Theater Pop Culture and Internet Trends Lifestyle Trends Toys and Stuff For Kids http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lip-syncing-desktop-companion-usb-powered-tengu-will-make-you-smile Sat, 01 Mar 2008 15:45:00 -0500 http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/turn-a-calculator-into-a-metal-detector-video-shows-you-how ]]> (TrendHunter.com) This thing is straight out of MacGyver! The video gives you clear, step-by-step instructions to make a working metal detector in minutes. All you need are an AM radio, a calculator, and some tape. Thanks… Technology Trends and Gadgets Cool Gadgets and Gifts Pop Culture and Internet Trends Cool Websites and Internet Culture Unique and Bizarre Unique Inventions http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/turn-a-calculator-into-a-metal-detector-video-shows-you-how Fri, 29 Feb 2008 18:31:01 -0500 http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bamboo-lights-get-green-leds-added-to-bamboo-for-sustainable-outdoor-lighti ]]> (TrendHunter.com) Developed by Sevcan Yardim, a recent graduate from the METU (Middle East Technical University) in Ankara, these new lights incorporate LEDs inside bamboo for a quite startling night-time effect. She developed… Technology Trends and Gadgets Cool Gadgets and Gifts Modern Art and Design Trends Design Trends Lifestyle Trends http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bamboo-lights-get-green-leds-added-to-bamboo-for-sustainable-outdoor-lighti Fri, 29 Feb 2008 17:19:00 -0500 http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ultra-future-train-personal-transport-next-advance-in-public-transportation ]]> (TrendHunter.com) Like something straight out of the Jetsons, except the cars don’t fly, the new ULTRa is poised to be the latest advance in public transport systems. ULTRa, which stands for Urban Light TRansport, was… Technology Trends and Gadgets Auto and Motor Trends Environmental Trends Lifestyle Trends Life and Hobbies Unique and Bizarre Unique Inventions Billboards and Out of Home http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ultra-future-train-personal-transport-next-advance-in-public-transportation Thu, 28 Feb 2008 16:59:00 -0500 http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/heart-assist-webbing-new-material-could-provide-an-alternative-heart-diseas ]]> (TrendHunter.com) Not only does a heart transplant for people with weak, failing hearts involve the obvious risk of the transplant itself, it almost always involves taking anti-rejection drugs for life. Other alternatives… Technology Trends and Gadgets Science and Discovery Unique and Bizarre Unique Inventions Health and Fitness Trends http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/heart-assist-webbing-new-material-could-provide-an-alternative-heart-diseas Thu, 28 Feb 2008 15:46:00 -0500 http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/unofficial-lego-mp3-player-rock-around-the-block ]]> (TrendHunter.com) Everybody likes LEGO blocks, right? As a kid, I could play with them for hours (probably still could, come to think of it). Although they are unofficial imitations, these "lego" block MP3 players look… Technology Trends and Gadgets Cool Gadgets and Gifts Audio Visual and Home Theater Lifestyle Trends Toys and Stuff For Kids http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/unofficial-lego-mp3-player-rock-around-the-block Wed, 27 Feb 2008 18:28:00 -0500 http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/knitted-electromagnetic-shields-appliance-shields-help-em-sensitive-individ ]]> (TrendHunter.com) Zoe Papadopoulou at the Royal Academy of Art has developed this novel idea to help those who believe they are sensitive to electromagnetic fields. Mr. Papadopoulou is making shields that fit over and around… Technology Trends and Gadgets Lifestyle Trends Health and Fitness Trends Science and Discovery Unique and Bizarre Unique Inventions Kitchen Gadgets http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/knitted-electromagnetic-shields-appliance-shields-help-em-sensitive-individ Mon, 25 Feb 2008 17:39:00 -0500